Education is at the heart of every Enchanted Expeditions journey. From expert naturalist guides to thoughtfully designed itineraries, each experience is an opportunity to deepen our understanding of the fragile ecosystems of the Galápagos, see firsthand how responsible travel plays a vital role in protecting them for generations to come, and learn interesting things about the archipelago like these five amazing facts.
Giant tortoises can live over 100 years
Each major island is home to its own distinct tortoise shell shape, an adaptation that helps them survive in their unique environments.
Marine iguanas are the only sea-going lizards in the world
Endemic to the Galápagos, they forage for algae underwater and can slow their heart rate to conserve oxygen while diving.
Blue-footed boobies aren’t born with blue feet
Their famous blue feet become brighter as they mature and healthier, playing a key role in their unique courtship dances.
The Galápagos is the only place where penguins live north of the equator
Cool ocean currents allow these penguins to thrive in an otherwise tropical setting.
Many Galápagos species exist nowhere else on Earth
More than 30% of land species and over 20% of marine species found here are endemic, making conservation and education especially vital.
